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The Easter Legend of the Dogwood
At the time of Christ's crucifixion the dogwood tree was as tall as the oak and other forest trees. Its wood was so strong and firm that it was chosen for the cross.
The tree was very upset to be used for such a purpose and Jesus understood. He told the tree, "Because of your sorrow and pity for my sufferings, I promise this: never again will the dogwood tree grow large enough to be used for a cross. Henceforth it will grow slender, bent, and twisted.
Bright red fruit will represent the blood of Christ, and dogwood blossoms will be in the form of a cross- two long petals, and two short petals. In the center of the outer edge of each petal there will be nail prints- brown with rust. And in the center of the flower will be a crown of thorns – as a reminder of my death upon the cross."
Easter Legend of Poplar and Aspen Trees
In another legend, both the poplar and aspen were the trees from which the cross was made - which is why they are trembling with shame to this day.
Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn.
Lewis Gizard
Candy makers are offering more and more Easter products. In the early 1980s, M&M's became available in pastel spring colors. Reese's makes peanut butter eggs, and Smucker's produces jellybeans.
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